Topanga Weather

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Topanga is a Santa Monica Mountains destination for comparing terrain-driven weather in and around the Santa Monica Mountains.

70°
😊
Comfort Score
86(A-)
Excellent
Weather updated August 18, 2026 at 4:07 AM PDT

Topanga weather at a glance

Topanga is a town at 1,073 feet in Greater Los Angeles. Topanga is a Santa Monica Mountains destination for comparing terrain-driven weather in and around the Santa Monica Mountains. Notable features include town, santa-monica-mountains, terrain, and elevation.

Current conditions are 70°F, feeling like 70°F, with 46% humidity, winds near 3 mph, 100% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Warm and overcast.

The location-specific climate baseline shows an average daily high of 75°F and an average low of 54°F, with about 9.6 hours of sunshine per day and 1.1 hours of morning fog per day. Expected annual precipitation is approximately 11.9 inches.

Current Conditions

Temperature
70°F
Feels like 70°F
Humidity
46%
Wind
3 mph
NW • Gusts 3 mph
Cloud Cover
100%
Precip Chance
0%

Comfort Breakdown

Less comfortableMore comfortable
Temperature100
Wind100
Night Sky5
Humidity100
Precipitation100

Hourly Forecast

Today

TimeTempComfortAQIWindPrecipConditions
Now70°86 (A-)3 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
5am70°86 (A-)4 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
6am67°98 (A)4 mph0%☀️ Sunny
7am69°100 (A)2 mph0%☀️ Sunny
8am77°96 (A)2 mph0%☀️ Sunny
9am83°84 (B)3 mph0%☀️ Sunny
10am87°58 (C-)6 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
11am89°54 (C-)7 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
12pm91°50 (C-)8 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
1pm94°61 (C)9 mph0% Partly Cloudy
2pm96°49 (D)8 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
3pm97°49 (D)8 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
How to read the Topanga hourly chart

The hourly chart follows the next 48 forecast hours at Topanga. Use the temperature view to see warming and cooling through the day, and the comfort view to see when the combined temperature, wind, clouds, precipitation, and air quality should feel most favorable.

The wind view compares sustained wind with stronger gusts at Topanga. The AQI view uses the current observation for “Now” and modeled AQI-equivalent guidance for later hours when forecast smoke data is available.

Weather Maps

About the weather maps for Topanga

Each preview is centered on Topanga, with the red pin marking its approximate location. Satellite imagery provides cloud context, radar shows nearby precipitation, and the fog view shows the marine-layer or low-cloud field when that regional layer is available.

These images cover a wider area than the point forecast, so a nearby cloud or rain band may not be directly over Topanga. Open a preview for the interactive map and its latest timestamp before making a weather-sensitive decision.

7-Day Forecast

DayHigh/LowComfortPrecipConditions
Today97° / 67°76 (B)0%☀️ Sunny
Wed🏆 Best98° / 69°77 (B)0%☀️ Sunny
Thu97° / 76°76 (B)0%☀️ Sunny
Fri99° / 77°76 (B)1%☀️ Sunny
Sat98° / 77°76 (B)0%☀️ Sunny
Sun101° / 76°76 (B)0%☀️ Sunny
Mon101° / 76°76 (B)0%☀️ Sunny

Best day this week: Wed (Comfort score: 77)

Nearby Temperature Comparison

Conditions at nearby Greater Los Angeles destinations

Tip: Los Angeles temps can vary 20-30°F within a short distance due to microclimates.

Climate Dashboard

Current conditions vs. HRRR rolling destination baseline

Today's High vs Normal
97°Fforecast
10° above normal
Normal: 87°F
Rainfall Year-to-Date
6.0"
4% below average
30-yr avg: 6.2"
Sunny Days
28last 28 days
Right on track
Typical: 28
Foggy Days
1last 28 days
vs 2 typical
Clearer than usual
Avg Wind Speed
8.4 mphlast 28 days
Typical conditions
Typical: 7.9 mph
Comfort Score
9428-day avg
3 pts above typical
Recent baseline: 91
What the Topanga climate comparisons mean

These cards compare recent conditions at Topanga with the available local baseline. Temperature and year-to-date rainfall use long-term normals when available; fog, sunshine, wind, and comfort use the matching recent or modeled baseline identified on each card.

Positive and negative differences describe how Topanga departs from its own usual pattern. They should not be read as a direct comparison with another city or as a forecast beyond the period shown.

Historical Climate Data

Long-term weather patterns and climate data

Data sources: NOAA HRRR rolling destination baseline for recent temperature, precipitation, fog, cloud, wind, humidity, and sunshine signals.

Climate Overview

Based on HRRR rolling destination baseline (2024-07-01 to 2026-06-30)

89
Avg Comfort
75°
Avg High
53.7°
Avg Low
89%
Perfect Days
☀️ Avg Sunshine9.6h/day
🌫️ Avg Fog1.1h/day
💧 Avg Annual Rain11.9"
🌧️ Rainy Days/yr24 (7%)
🌫️ Foggy Days/yr43
✨ Perfect Days (80+)651

🌟 Best Months to Visit

1. June86
78.1° / 56° · ☀️ 11.9h
5 foggy days · 0 rainy days
2. April85
68.6° / 49.6° · ☀️ 10.5h
2 foggy days · 2 rainy days
3. May85
72.8° / 53.3° · ☀️ 10.6h
4 foggy days · 0 rainy days

⚠️ Challenging Months

1. December65
69° / 49.2° · ☀️ 7.1h
💧 3.1" · 3 rainy days · 7 foggy days
2. February66
67.7° / 49.7° · ☀️ 7.6h
💧 3.9" · 6 rainy days · 4 foggy days
3. November71
69.3° / 50.2° · ☀️ 7.2h
💧 1.7" · 4 rainy days · 3 foggy days

Monthly Breakdown

MonthComfortHigh/Low☀️ Sun🌫️ Fog💧 RainPerfect
July 20249389.5° / 61.6°12.7h1d0"29
August 20249387.9° / 61°11h0d0"30
September 20248986° / 60.1°10.1h2d0"25
October 20248881.8° / 57°9.1h9d0"28
November 20248768.7° / 48.3°7.4h0d0.02"27
December 20248668.9° / 47.3°7.5h7d0"26
January 20258464.9° / 44.5°8.2h2d0.77"27
February 20258467° / 48.7°7.6h6d3.88"21
March 20258262.3° / 45.9°8.3h6d1.67"20
April 20259067.4° / 48.6°10.2h4d0.51"27
May 20258973.6° / 54.3°10.1h4d0.01"27
June 20259179.3° / 56.2°11.7h8d0"30
July 20259380.8° / 56.7°12.1h5d0"30
August 20259288.1° / 62.3°10.8h3d0"30
September 20259283.2° / 61.8°9.9h2d0.05"30
October 20259175.9° / 55.1°9.2h4d1.82"30
November 20258269.8° / 52°7h5d3.4"23
December 20258369.1° / 51°6.7h6d6.42"25
January 20268567.7° / 49.4°7.7h3d1.33"25
February 20268568.3° / 50.7°7.7h2d4.11"22
March 20269278.5° / 55.6°10.2h2d0.06"30
April 20269469.9° / 50.6°10.7h0d0.46"28
May 20269371.9° / 52.3°11.1h3d0"31
June 20269476.8° / 55.8°12h1d0"30
Last updated: 7/24/2026

Climate Trends

Average Temperature by Month

94°F81°F67°F54°F40°FJul '24Aug '24Sep '24Oct '24Nov '24Dec '24Jan '25Feb '25Mar '25Apr '25May '25Jun '25Jul '25Aug '25Sep '25Oct '25Nov '25Dec '25Jan '26Feb '26Mar '26Apr '26May '26Jun '26
Average High
Average Low
About the Topanga climate charts

The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Topanga, showing both the seasonal cycle and the typical day-to-night range. The comfort chart summarizes how often the combined weather pattern is favorable rather than judging temperature alone.

Precipitation shows the total recorded or modeled rainfall for each month at Topanga. Sunshine compares average bright-sky hours with the daylight available, while fog shows the average number of morning fog or low-cloud hours per day. Switch between the chart tabs to compare the same months across each measure.

Hourly Temperature, Fog, Wind, Cloud Cover, and Solar Radiation Patterns

Average local hour by month from 2016-07-01 to 2026-06-30

How to read the temperature heatmap for Topanga

This heatmap shows how average temperature at Topanga changes by hour and month. Read left to right for the seasons and top to bottom for the time of day; warmer colors identify the usual afternoon peaks and cooler colors show overnight and winter lows.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

How to read the fog heatmap for Topanga

This heatmap shows when fog or low cloud is most likely at Topanga. Darker cells mark month-and-hour combinations with a stronger historical fog signal, which helps separate overnight or morning fog from cloud that tends to linger into the afternoon.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

How to read the wind heatmap for Topanga

This heatmap shows the typical hourly wind pattern at Topanga through the year. It makes recurring afternoon wind, calmer overnight periods, and seasonal changes easier to compare than a single daily wind value.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

How to read the cloud cover heatmap for Topanga

This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Topanga for every month and hour. Use it to see whether cloudiness is mainly an overnight and morning pattern or commonly persists during the part of the day you plan to visit.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

How to read the solar radiation heatmap for Topanga

This heatmap shows the average solar radiation reaching Topanga by month and hour. Brighter cells indicate the strongest typical sun, while muted cells can reflect nighttime, shorter winter days, cloud cover, smoke, or terrain shading.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

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Location Details

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Coordinates
34.0968, -118.6060
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Elevation
1073 ft
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Type
Town
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Tags
#town#santa-monica-mountains#terrain#elevation
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Topanga

What is the weather at Topanga right now?

Current conditions at Topanga are 70°F, feeling like 70°F, with 46% humidity, winds near 3 mph, 100% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Warm and overcast

What temperatures are typical at Topanga?

The location-specific record for 2024-07-01 through 2026-06-30 shows an average daily high of 75°F and an average low of 54°F at Topanga. These are averages across the year; the monthly climate table on this page shows the warmer and cooler seasons separately.

How much rain does Topanga get?

The location-specific climate baseline estimates about 11.9 inches of precipitation and 24 days with measurable rain in a typical year at Topanga. The monthly breakdown shows when that rain is most likely.

How often is Topanga foggy?

Topanga averages about 1.1 hours of morning fog per day across the location-specific climate baseline, with approximately 43 foggy days in a typical year. Fog varies considerably by season, so check the monthly breakdown and current forecast for visit planning.

What are the best months to visit Topanga for comfortable weather?

Based on the destination's recorded comfort, temperature, sunshine, rain, and fog data, the strongest months are April 2026 (70°F/51°F average high/low and a 94 comfort score), June 2026 (77°F/56°F average high/low and a 94 comfort score), and July 2024 (90°F/62°F average high/low and a 93 comfort score). “Best” depends on the activity, so use the monthly table for the exact tradeoffs.

What kind of destination is Topanga?

Topanga is a town at 1,073 feet. Topanga is a Santa Monica Mountains destination for comparing terrain-driven weather in and around the Santa Monica Mountains. Notable features include town, santa-monica-mountains, terrain, and elevation.

💡 Local Tip: Greater Los Angeles weather can change dramatically within short distances and throughout the day. Always check current conditions before visiting Topanga.
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